trigonal synthetic synthetic corundum
Synthetic Ruby (Verneuil) (Boule)
Al2O3:Cr
Quick Facts
Hardness
9.0
Specific Gravity
3.99
Refractive Index
1.762
Optical Character
Uniaxial -
Crystal Structure
#! Species: Synthetic Ruby (Verneuil)
#! System: Trigonal (-3m)
#! Habit: Corundum habit from flame fusion boule
trigonal[-3m]:{10-11}@1.0 + {0001}@0.4
trigonal
-3m
{10-11} {0001}
Physical Properties
Crystal Systemtrigonal
Hardness (Mohs)9.0
Specific Gravity3.99
CleavageNone (parting on {0001} and {10-11})
FractureConchoidal
LustreVitreous to adamantine
Optical Properties
Refractive Index1.762
Birefringence0.008
Optical CharacterUniaxial -
Dispersion0.018
Pleochroismstrong: purplish-red / orangey-red
FluorescenceStrong red (LW and SW UV)
Origin & Identification
Originsynthetic
Growth Methodflame fusion
First Produced1902
Diagnostic FeaturesCurved striae, spherical gas bubbles, uniform colour distribution, no natural inclusions (silk, rutile needles)
Colours
RedPinkish-red
Common Inclusions
Curved striaeGas bubblesUnmelted alumina powder
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#! System: Trigonal (-3m)
#! Habit: Corundum habit from flame fusion boule
trigonal[-3m]:{10-11}@1.0 + {0001}@0.4
Natural Counterpart
The natural gem this synthetic imitates
Related Minerals
Other minerals in the trigonal system
